Which Black Coat Aspect is Best in Hades 2?

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As a seasoned gamer with countless hours spent in the Underworld of Hades 2, I can confidently say that the Black Coat Aspect of Melinoe is undoubtedly my favorite. The bonus speed it provides permeates every aspect of gameplay, from faster attacks to quicker movement and evasion. It’s like having a shortcut to victory, and who doesn’t love a good shortcut?

Initially during the Early Access phase of the game called Hades 2, players observed a notable gap in the arsenal of weapons within the Silver Pool. There was speculation that another weapon would be added, and this assumption proved correct with the introduction of the Black Coat in the Olympic Update, marking the first significant expansion for Hades 2. Players familiar with the series will recognize that each weapon possesses different versions known as Aspects, which typically alter crucial aspects of a weapon’s abilities. This guide aims to rank all three aspects of the Black Coat, determining which version is best suited for defeating both Chronos and Prometheus.

If you’ve already advanced significantly in the game Hades 2, expect to find the Black Coat available for unlocking right after you install the Olympic Update. The exact timing of when it becomes accessible at the start of a new game remains unclear, but we’ll provide that information soon. To acquire the Black Coat, gather two Cinders and two Adamant items.

3. Black Coat Aspect of Nyx – Hades 2

Aspect Name Description How to Unlock
Aspect of Nyx You have Omega Boost, which lets you produce Nightspawn after you activate it.

  • Nightspawn: Your Attack and Special also split in two that deal reduced damage. Nightspawn Damage: 15%
Darkness x1 Plasma x4
  • The Black Coat’s Aspect of Nyx is generally considered to be the least useful for general purposes. The biggest issue this aspect has is that its sprint essentially forces players to use 30 Magick if they attack at the end. While this doesn’t occur in every scenario, it happens enough to wonder why it was designed this way. It is especially egregious when you do not use the Unseen arcana, which automatically recharges your magick. Aside from the main skill, this aspect has the same function as Melinoe’s, only slower.
  • The Aspect of Nyx does have its uses, especially when using the Oath of the Unseen. The Nightspawn skill is most helpful when you are forced to take out large quantities of enemies in a hurry. There are certainly better weapons for it, but that is why Nyx’s aspect is currently the least useful of the three.

2. Black Coat Aspect of Selene – Hades 2

Aspect of Selene You start with Skyfall, a hidden Hex that strikes multiple foes and applies Shine.

  • Shine Curse: Afflicted foes take +50% damage from Omega Moves for 8 seconds. Hex ready after 100 Magick.
Silver x4 Moondust x4
  • The Aspect of Selene is great for those players who enjoy using the Hex mechanic. When used strategically, Shine can turn a crowd into dust in a matter of seconds. Using the Omega Special is particularly effective with this Hex. When the aspect is upgraded, it requires less Magick to activate the Hex, with the final upgrade making it so players who use magick regularly will be able to use it multiple times in a single encounter.
  • Currently, one of the only registered 32 Fear speed runs in the Underworld was done with the Aspect of Selene, which is not surprising. However, for average players, the guaranteed Hex just can’t stand up to the benefits offered from the best aspect.

1. Black Coat Aspect of Melinoe – Hades 2

Aspect of Melinoe Your Attack, Sprint, & move speed are faster.

  • Bonus Speed: 20% (Max)
Basic aspect unlocked with weapon
  • The Aspect of Melinoe, may not seem like the best to all players, but it is undoubtedly the most useful for the largest number of players. It is hard to beat any kind of bonus speed in Hades 2. The benefits permeate just about every aspect of the game. With faster attacks, you do more damage over time. With faster sprint and movement speed, you can get out of the way of attacks that much quicker. The special attack locks on to enemies and releases projectiles faster. It’s hard to overstate how helpful speed is.
  • Upgrading the Aspect of Melinoe can get you up to 20% bonus speed, which may not sounds like a lot, but you can absolutely feel it in-game.

In all three components, they possess identical Omega Attacks, Special abilities, and Cast techniques. Note that the Omega Attack is equipped with a blocking function, which supersedes the Moonstone Hammer’s previous blocking capability.

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2024-11-01 09:23